Reading Georgia O’Keeffe Along Lines of Class and Race
A new book sets its sights on the artist’s lesser-known post-war career and her negotiations of identity.
Why Is a Sculpture by a Known Abuser Back on View in London?
The BBC has come under scrutiny for restoring a statue by Eric Gill despite public calls for its removal due to the artist’s history of abuse.
The Artist Reviving a Native Hawaiian Clothmaking Tradition
Lehuauakea, one of the few kapa practitioners under the age of 30 working in the art form today, is the recipient of a Walker Youngbird Foundation grant for emerging Native American artists.
Spectacular Award-Winning Photos from the 2025 GCCA Concrete in Life Photography Competition
Concrete in Life Photo of the Year: “Venice Beach Skating” by Henrik Hagerup The 2025 GCCA Concrete in Life Photography Competition celebrated 16 stunning photographs that highlight the beauty and significance of concrete in everyday life. With over 20,000 entries ranging from casual smartphone shots to professional works, the contest emphasized concrete’s role in shaping […]
Victoria Roussel’s Dreamy Art Drawn From Nature’s Beauty
Victoria Roussel, a French illustrator, captures the essence of nature in her enchanting creations. Raised amidst the stunning landscapes of southern France, she developed a unique artistic style inspired by her environment. Now residing in Besançon, she transforms the beauty of starry skies, tranquil mountains, and flowing forms into detailed compositions featuring serene female figures. […]
Spontaneous New York Moments Through the Eyes of Eric Kogan
Eric Kogan (previously featured), a New York-based photographer, is celebrated for his knack for capturing fleeting, extraordinary moments that elevate the ordinary. His photos often feature whimsical juxtapositions of people, animals, and urban elements, like a cloud balancing on a power line or a speeding car seemingly slicing through a fence. By uncovering hidden patterns […]
Amazing Vintage Photos of Rock Stars Posing With Their Cool Cars in the Late 1970s
In the 1970s, Creem magazine ran a lively series called *Stars Cars*, capturing rock stars posing with their beloved automobiles—an intimate, and often absurdly entertaining, peek into their lives away from the spotlight. It wasn’t just about the cars—it was about the vibe, the flair, and the occasional over-the-top ridiculousness. h/t: vintag.es These snapshots weren’t […]
An Ikebana Artist and His Student Sow an Unconventional Approach to Flower Arranging
Since the 1970s, Kosen Ohtsubo has been unsettling the ancient art of flower arranging with conventional materials and atypical botanicals.
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The Carracci Cartoons: Myths in the Making at the National Gallery
The Carracci Cartoons: Myths in the Making at the National Gallery From April 10 to July 6, 2025, the National Gallery in London presents the exhibition “The Carracci Cartoons: Myths in the Making”. Source: National Gallery · Image: Agostino Carracci, ‘A Woman borne off by a Sea God’, about 1599 © The National Gallery, London […]